When did Ricci's map, the Kunyu Wanguo Quantu, appear?
1582
1602
1595
1610
Answer
Ricci's map, titled "Kunyu Wanguo Quantu," emerged in 1602, marking a groundbreaking moment in cartography. This world map introduced Western geographical knowledge to imperial China during the late Ming Dynasty. Compiled by Italian Jesuit missionary Matteo Ricci and Chinese scholars, it presented a comprehensive perspective of global territories for the Chinese people of that era.
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